The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food secure future.
We are recruiting to fill the following positions below:
1.) Digital Agriculture Action Manager
Job Title: Digital Agriculture Action Manager
Ref. No: DDG-R4D/DAA/M/05/23
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 3 years
About IITA’s Digital Agriculture Action (DAA)
- IITA’s strategy incorporates information communication technologies (ICTs) and big data for the digitalization of the research, development, and delivery process, communications, knowledge sharing, and service delivery through tailor-made digital tools and solutions, data repositories, and web apps. As part of the revised strategy 2023-2030, IITA will implement an initiative on “Integrating Big Data and ICTs for Smart Transformation of African Agriculture”.
- The initiative aims to harness the power of digital technologies to design and scale new digital tools, solutions, services, and approaches to accelerate the delivery of agricultural innovations to empower rural and urban households and transfer knowledge and skills to enhance capacity and generate income-earning opportunities, especially for the youth and women.
- The DAA emphasizes bridging the digital divide by developing inclusive strategies and solutions sensitive to gender, different socioeconomic and age groups, language, user preferences, and capabilities, especially to benefit marginalized communities due to low digital literacy.
Digital Agricultural Action (DAA) Manager:
- IITA seeks a candidate for appointment as a ‘Manager’ who ill provide leadership and strategic direction for DAA. The incumbent will work with the Digital Working Group of IITA along with the relevant IITA staff and counterparts in the partner organizations in defining requirements, co-design fit-for-purpose ICT solutions, and implementing activities to realize the objectives of the Digital Agriculture Action.
- The position will be part of the RAFS Science Area of the R4D Directorate.
Position Key Responsibilities
Develop/Improve Integrated ICT Platform For Digital Agriculture Action:
- Integrate digital data and develop/enhance the use of available ICTs for discovery research, decision support, development, delivery, and knowledge sharing to ensure widescale adoption for impact.
- Develop a strategy to improve the efficiency of ICT uses within IITA and its partner programs and encourage bundling of complementary apps for simultaneous promotion.
- Create avenues for interoperability of databases and ICT apps using APIs for metadata analysis and analytics for decision support and machine learning models and AI for trends, analytics, data visualization, data-driven decisions, and forecasting.
- Co-develop and execute a Digital Agriculture strategy aligning with the goals and objectives in accordance with the Digital Agriculture initiative plans and in consultation with the IITA Digital Working Group and the senior management team.
- Coordinate the development of a suite of ICT packages for targeted digitalization of value chains, including development/improving existing ICTs (Web and Mobile Apps, and others) to promote and modernize research, service delivery, and extension.
- Co-design digital advisory services to enable crop advisory information access to various user groups and typologies to improve service delivery to farmers and other value chain actors.
- Set up a dynamic graphical dashboard on the IITA webpage to summarize the progress and key achievements of the IITA activities, and access actionable information.
Coordinate Activities of the Digital Agriculture Action:
- Lead the Digital Agricultural team in implementing and managing activities and collaborating with different staff in IITA and partners to integrate digital initiatives into broader strategies.
- Prepare annual work plans, targets, performance indicators, and progress reports and provide advice and guidance for implementing the Digital Agricultural Initiative.
- Oversee the development and implementation of use cases and promotion campaigns, including website and social media presence, to encourage a higher adoption rate of digital solutions in agriculture.
- Support IITA staff and partners in identifying opportunities to introduce and strengthen digital technologies to support agriculture research, development, and delivery, facilitate market access for farmers and entrepreneurs, including youth and women, and exchange information.
- Develop ICT Community of Practice (iCOP) at IITA and coordinate its activities, including creating an enabling platform for the co-development of digital solutions, nurturing new ideas, designing promotional campaigns, conducting capacity development activities, and documentation of best practices and success cases.
Evaluate User Landscape and Guide the Development of fit-for-purpose ICT applications:
- Facilitate an assessment of the digital agriculture landscape at IITA and partners to identify gaps, opportunities, and areas for strengthening in consultation with stakeholders (including developers, input providers, policymakers, enablers, users, and beneficiaries) with a focus on scope, content, digital services needs for various applications in alignment with IITA strategy.
- Provide recommendations for developing novel digital tools and improving existing tools to enhance the decision support systems, communications, outreach, capacity development, and operational efficiency.
- Identify opportunities for partnerships in promoting and supporting digital agriculture with public and private sectors.
- Organize training and awareness activities for various stakeholders on developing and applying digital tools for the most efficient use and data sharing.
- Facilitate cost-benefit analyses of use cases of various digital tools and provide recommendations for improving efficiency and benefits from using digital tools, including business models for promotion and adoption of various ICT decision support tools.
- Organize feedback surveys for stakeholders and user feedback on content, suitability, the relevance of applications to end-means, operational costs, sustainability for learning, and continuous improvement.
- Document and disseminate the best practices and success cases.
Develop sustainable plans for Digital Agriculture Action:
- Engage in resource mobilization activities in collaboration with the IITA team and partners on generating new solutions, enhancing available tools, and promoting their uses, and capacity development activities.
- Ensure the security of ICT assets from malware and phishing threats and compliance with data security and privacy policies.
- Participate in the technical review and consultation meetings organized by the IITA and other stakeholders to promote and gain support for digital agriculture.
- Stay up to date on digital trends and new technologies and make recommendations for their adoption and implementation.
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- Participate in the technical review and consultation meetings organized by the IITA and other stakeholders to promote and gain support for digital agriculture.
- Stay up to date on digital trends and new technologies and make recommendations for their adoption and implementation.
- Provide regular reports to senior management on the performance of the Digital Agriculture Action and recommend areas for improvement.
- Perform any other job-related duties relevant to Digital Agriculture Action assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
Educational Qualifications and Experience:- The candidate should have a Master’s Degree / MBA in a relevant field, such as Computer Science, Information Technology, Digital Marketing, Agribusiness, Quantitative Methods, or Development Studies.
- Working knowledge on developing Web and mobile applications, AI/Machine learning, and developing digital products for development are advantageous.
Core Competencies:
- Strong technical skills in developing and using digital technologies and tools in the agriculture value chain and good knowledge of Web and Mobile Apps, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and geospatial tools.
- At least five years of experience in a leadership role in projects relevant to digital agriculture, ICT development/extension, or digitalization.
- Proven experience designing ICT applications and digital advisory products focusing on user relevance.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful digital strategies, project management methodologies, and delivering outputs on time and within the budget limit.
- Strong technical skills, knowledge of digital marketing platforms, tools, and techniques, and continuous improvement.
- Experience working with multi-stakeholders, including development partners, farmers, and other stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and engage in multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to manage and work with a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
- Experience in planning and managing budgets and system-level risk assessment and control.
- Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Benefits
- The contract will be for an initial period of three years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in U.S. Dollars.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should,
Click here to apply
Note
- Applications must include a Cover Letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, Curriculum Vitae, and names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
- The application should be addressed to the Head of People and Culture.
- IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
- While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Application Deadline 21st June, 2023.
2.) Head Teacher, International School of IITA
Job Title: Head Teacher, International School of IITA
Ref. No: DDG-CS/IITA/S/HT/05/23
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 3 years
Background
- The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Head Teacher, International School of IITA.
- The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa’s most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation.
- Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of the One CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food-secure future.
- The International School of IITA offers a unique and rewarding work environment for educators and staff. The school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that offers the IB Primary Years Programme, providing a world-class education to the children of nationally and internationally recruited staff at IITA.
- The school’s mission is to provide a comprehensive education that emphasizes the development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication skills in a multicultural and multilingual setting.
- The school community is committed to academic excellence, personal development, and social responsibility. Teachers at the school have the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic and passionate team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of their students.
- Additionally, the school provides international professional development opportunities for its staff, helping to ensure that they have the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful educators.
- The school also offers a collaborative work environment, where staff members are encouraged to share ideas and best practices. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, a commitment to academic excellence, and a supportive work environment, the school is an excellent choice for anyone looking to make a positive impact on the lives of students.
- Located in Nigeria, the 1000-hectare IITA campus is situated in a serene and secure location, surrounded by lush vegetation, a lake, and a forest centre. This natural environment provides a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, making it the perfect place to call home.
- Not only does the campus offer a beautiful and peaceful environment, but it also provides a wide range of recreational and educational facilities that are available to residents.
- IITA provides a wide range of sports and recreation facilities onsite for the use of residents. These include a swimming pool, a basketball court, a football field, tennis courts, a squash court, and a golf course. IITA also has a well-equipped gymnasium, making it easy to stay active and healthy while living on campus.
- The IITA Forest Centre is a unique feature of the campus, which provides a natural environment for learning, research, and relaxation. The forest is a great place to take a walk and explore the local flora and fauna, as well as a place to relax and unwind.
- Not only does the IITA campus offer a beautiful natural environment and recreational facilities, but it also provides a wide range of educational opportunities in tropical agriculture and other environmental issues. IITA has research facilities such as a library, a herbarium, world-class laboratories, and a gene bank. The Knowledge Center (Library) has a wide range of books, journals, and other resources, making it easy to stay up to date on the latest research.
- The herbarium is a collection of dried plant specimens, which is used for research and identification of plant species. The laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and are used for research in various fields including plant breeding, genetics, and biotechnology.
- The gene bank is a repository of plant genetic materials, which is used for research and conservation of plant diversity. These facilities provide exceptional opportunities for educators to develop outstanding learning experiences for their students.
- The school’s mission is to develop internationally minded, lifelong learners who will be knowledgeable, caring, and open-minded, through inquiry-based learning, to create a better and more peaceful world. The school has the vision to be a world-class school that develops students who will be internationally minded, lifelong learners in a conducive, supportive, and safe environment.
- The Head Teacher’s role is to provide strategic leadership and professional management for The International School of IITA. This will secure success and improvement for the school; ensure high-quality education and personalised learning for all its pupils and high standards and achievement in all areas of the school’s work.
Position Responsibilities
- The Head Teacher will provide input as required in the development of international standard educational activities for school-age children in IITA.
- The Head Teacher will act as Designated Safeguarding Lead for IITA in Ibadan.
At the International School of IITA:
The head teacher is:
- A 21st-century leader, comfortable with technology integration.
- Committed to promoting academic excellence in all areas.
- Committed to embodying international mindedness and the IB Learner Profile.
Strategic Leadership:
The head teacher will:
- Lead a strategic review of the school mission, vision, and strategy with stakeholders in the school and IITA community.
- Ensure the school strategic plan reflects a commitment to the IB mission and philosophy alongside a commitment to the vision of IITA and CGIAR.
- Promote the school within IITA, Ibadan, Nigeria, and internationally to enable IITA to recruit the best staff from across the globe to further its mission.
- Lead the pedagogical leadership team and school management team.
- Identify key issues within the school and report to/advise the IITA Management.
- ensure that the school remains at the forefront of educational thinking.
Educational Management:
The head teacher is:
- Responsible for the supervision, appraisal, and professional development of staff. This may be done directly or through members of the management team.
- Responsible for the coordination and leadership of curriculum review and development of all sections recommended in the PYP Authorisation Report and the new PYP Programme Standards and Practices in conjunction with the pedagogical leadership team, ensuring the school is fully prepared for the re-authorization visit in 2024.
- Responsible for admission of new students to the school.
- Responsible for the coordination of assemblies and special events in conjunction with the pedagogical leadership team.
- Responsible for the oversight of curriculum enhancement activities in the school.
- Responsible for regular independent assessment of children’s progress in the school using appropriate benchmarking tools.
- Responsible for ensuring the school achieves and maintains international accreditation in line with the agreed strategic plan.
People Management:
The head teacher will:
- Review the school organogram as necessary and oversee all recruitment and appointments in school alongside the IITA People and Culture Unit.
- Oversee the in-service staff training for school staff including in-house training, national training, and international training.
- Maintain a strong sense of unity within the school community.
- promote high standards of behaviour in the school.
- Build and promote a strong sense of motivation among staff and other members of the school community.
Across IITA more widely:
The head teacher will:
- Support IITA to develop environmental education and agricultural education programmes by providing pedagogical input as required.
- Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead for IITA in Ibadan.
- Provide advice on child safeguarding in other IITA stations as necessary.
- Identify areas of concern within the International School, other childcare provisions, and IITA HQ more widely regarding child safeguarding and report to IITA Management.
Requirements
Educational Qualifications and Experience:
- Graduate Degree (Master’s) in International Education, Education Management, Education Leadership, or a related field.
- At least five (5) years of international experience as head of school or administrator of a sizeable school division.
- Fluency in English.
Core Competencies:
- A passionate, capable, and committed school leader with the capacity, skills, and knowledge to lead the faculty.
- A high visibility leader with an open, warm, and friendly demeanour.
- A team player who is inspired to collaborate, excited to explore new ideas, and willing to learn from others.
- An excellent communicator with strong writing and speaking skills.
- A confident leader who displays humility, empathy, and is a good listener.
- A leader who is experienced in building positive relationships and is equipped with the interpersonal skills needed to successfully manage the human complexities of an international school community.
- A patient and calm individual with a willingness to listen and reflect, but decisive whenever decisions need to be made.
- An effective time manager with good organizational skills and the ability to look at things in detail.
- Lives and breathes IB values.
Benefits
- The contract will be for an initial period of three years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in U.S. Dollars.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should,
Click here to apply
Note
- Applications must include a Cover Letter which should address how the candidate’s background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, Curriculum Vitae, and names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant’s current or previous organization or applicant’s direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work).
Application Deadline 12th June, 2023.
3.) Procurement Assistant
Job Title: Procurement Assistant
Ref No.: STS2023-010
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Recruitment Type: STS-National (6-month renewable contract)
Slot: 2 Openings
Duties
- Maintain accurate and precise record, ensure activity tracking, and demonstrate methodology.
- Work cross-functionally with IITA colleagues to ensure requirements for all areas are met effectively and on time.
- Assist in developing and maintaining documented standards for procurement governance and processes, resulting in value for money and outcomes, and minimizing procurement risk.
- Ensure on-time delivery, challenging non-compliance in areas of responsibility, purchase order progress monitoring and updating.
- Monitor and track daily/weekly supplier deliveries by liaising with the Shipping Office, IITA Limited staff, and the receiving section of the stores.
- Develop and maintain a reporting system that measures the contribution of the procurement processes.
- Promote excellent customer service, identify, review, and implement strategies to improve service quality and efficiency.
- Maintain strong team relationships among colleagues and community groups on a formal and informal basis across all levels.
- Review tender documents for compliance with stipulated standards.
- Manage contracts assigned to vendors/contractors to ensure compliance with specifications, service quality, and delivery standards.
- Work in line with SOP 16 No 6 and map out tracking strategy or methods by hierarchy or position, value criticality, and importance.
- Facilitate expenditure reviews to identify opportunities to add value through improved procurement techniques.
- Ensure the security of the department property and assets and maintain a commitment to the care of all property and assets.
- Active involvement in the procurement of cloud storage systems.
- Attending to vendors/visitors, moving procurement memos to Finance Directorate for payment process, issuing POs to vendors, and providing customer service to all categories of internal and external customers.
- Assist the support office in organizing work schedules, meetings, seminars, workshops, and raise requisition (internal and RFP).
- Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.
Qualifications
- National Diploma in Public or Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Have strong negotiation skills, good time management skills, strategic thinking and risk management skills.
- Have a good understanding of the supply market intelligence and must be familiar with technology and systems for procurement.
- Have the ability to collaborate effectively and have performance metrics analysis skills.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should,
Click here to apply
Procurement Assistant (PDF)
Note
- Interested applicants should complete the online application by attaching a detailed Cover Letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format.
- The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three (3) professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, Professional Colleague, and evidence of current remuneration package.
- IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Application Deadline 26th May, 2023.
4.) Procurement Assistant (Partnership)
Job Title: Procurement Assistant (Partnership)
Ref No.: STS2023-010
Location: Ibadan, Oyo
Duration: 6 months renewable
Recruitment Type: STS-National (6-month renewable contract)
Slot: 2 Openings
Duties
- Conduct market research to locate potential and reliable suppliers capable of creating and delivering value to the institute in delivering required goods/services/works.
- Develop requests for Proposal/Quotation and Expression of Interest (EOI, RFP/Q).
- Assist in technical and commercial evaluation and analysis of EOI, capability presentation, negotiation, and award recommendation.
- Assist in strategic procurement planning and implementation.
- Help follow up on initiating payment to supplier’s performance.
- Assist in identifying alternate products or processes to support Supply Chain sustainability initiatives.
- Provide essential procurement and related support services.
- Adopt using latest technology and electronics tools to improve operations.
- Manage Supply Chain website and monthly newsletter.
- Assist the Head Supply Chain (HSC) in organizing supply chain training programs for Hubs/Stations.
- Perform any other job-related task as may be assigned by the Supervisors.
Qualifications
- National Diploma in Public or Business Administration, Accounting/Finance, or related field with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience performing a similar role in a well-structured environment.
Competencies:
The ideal candidate must:
- Have good communication skills (writing, reading, and speaking).
- Have strong negotiation skills, good time management skills, strategic thinking, and risk management skills.
- Have a good understanding of the supply market intelligence and must be familiar with technology and systems for procurement.
- Have the ability to collaborate effectively and have performance metrics analysis skills.
Remuneration
We offer highly competitive salary with equally attractive benefits and excellent working conditions in a pleasant campus environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should,
Click here to apply
Procurement Assistant (Partnership) PDF
Note
- Interested applicants should complete the online application by attaching a detailed Cover Letter and curriculum vitae saved with their names in Microsoft word format.
- The application must include the names and e-mail addresses of three (3) professional referees which must include the applicant’s current or previous direct Supervisor, Professional Colleague, and evidence of current remuneration package.
- IITA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women. While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
